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• Mud

  Spatters, spatters everywhere? Whatever you do, don’t spread them around.

• Laminate floor

  These pre-finished surfaces are easily maintained by sweeping or vacuuming, and damp mopping. Avoid going overboard with cleaners and polishes.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Awnings

  Tread lightly while cleaning these sun screens.

• Bathtub ring

  An easy way to keep a yucky problem at bay.

• Gold

  Expensive jewelry cleaners aren’t really necessary. Try this solution instead.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Umbrella

  The two kinds of umbrellas need different care, according to the experts.

• Stainmaster

  Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.

• Wood paneling

  Cleaning is a snap on permanent finishes. Waxed or unfinished wood needs special care.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Builders

  These additives build on the power of detergent in a number of ways.

• Audio/video components

  These things are dust magnets. Upkeep, thankfully, is pretty easy.

• Microwave oven

  A convection oven is a much tougher cleaning proposition.

• Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.

• Window cleaner

  Consumer Reports offers an inexpensive, homemade cleaning solution.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, from routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Hydrogen peroxide

  The pharmacy antiseptic makes a good, inexpensive spotting agent because of its mild bleaching action. It's also an effective germ-killing agent.

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